Wayne Gretzky’s NHL record of 894 goals once seemed to be an untouchable, unbreakable milestone. Gretzky scored 93 more goals than previous leader Gordie Howe and appeared to have a solid hold on both the points and goals records.

As Alex Ovechkin inches closer to something once unthinkable — passing the record of 894 career goals set by Wayne Gretzky — few are more excited about the pending achievement than “the Great One” himself.

Ted Leonsis has watched the value of his Capitals franchise soar. A big reason: Alex Ovechkin. The owner looks back on 20 years with Ovie.

This could turn out to be incredible if it happens for Alex Ovechkin as his Gr8 Chase of Wayne Gretzky continues.